1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 1980 Mazda 323 is newer by 15 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 560 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323. 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 (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flaminia | 323 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
