1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
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 Seat Ibiza, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Flaminia | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
