1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1996 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 806 is newer by 31 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 46 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 806. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 25 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, 1996 Peugeot 806, 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 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1996 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Flaminia | 806 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
