1964 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege is newer by 36 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, 2000 Mazda Protege (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Protege should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 345 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, 2000 Mazda Protege, 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, 1964 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 1964 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lancia Flaminia | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flaminia | Protege |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
