1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, 1998 Saturn SC is newer by 33 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 1 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 395 kg more than 1998 Saturn SC. 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, 1998 Saturn SC, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1998 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Lancia | Saturn |
| Model | Flaminia | SC |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
