1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 34 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 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 380 kg more than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1965 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1965 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Lancia | Jeep |
| Model | Flaminia | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 87 L |
