1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 605 is newer by 29 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
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, 1994 Peugeot 605, 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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
Model | Flaminia | 605 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2773 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |