1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Neon is newer by 28 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 2,773 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 370 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1993 Plymouth Neon, 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 (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (183 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
Model | Flaminia | Neon |
Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2773 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 42 L |