1964 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 34 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (113 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 260 kg more than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Renault Safrane, 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lancia Flaminia | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Flaminia | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
