1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2004 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2004 Mazda MPV is newer by 39 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 9 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MPV. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MPV weights approximately 160 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, 2004 Mazda MPV, 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, 2004 Mazda MPV (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 2004 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flaminia | MPV |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
