1964 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 40 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 17 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, 2004 Mazda 6, 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (257 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lancia Flaminia | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flaminia | 6 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
