1964 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Because 1964 Lancia Flaminia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lancia Kappa (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lancia Flaminia | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Flaminia | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
