1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 10 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 42 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Flaminia | 240 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2773 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
