1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 1983 Mazda 929 is newer by 18 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 Mazda 929. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flaminia | 929 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
