1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 24 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 35 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 570 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. 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, 1989 Mazda 323, 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 (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flaminia | 323 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
