1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1980 Volvo 244
To start off, 1980 Volvo 244 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 2,774 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 244. (136 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 127 kg more than 1980 Volvo 244. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 244. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Flaminia | 244 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
