1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Publica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,773 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 765 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flaminia | Publica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2773 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
