1964 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1999 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 306 is newer by 35 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, 1964 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 306. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 306. 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, 1999 Peugeot 306, 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, 1999 Peugeot 306 (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lancia Flaminia | 1999 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Flaminia | 306 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
