1966 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 265 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (222 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flaminia | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flaminia | Luce |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
