1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1976 Peugeot 104 is newer by 11 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 2,774 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (80 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 610 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 104, 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Flaminia | 104 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2240 mm |
