1966 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 1972 Mazda 818 is newer by 6 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 59 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 520 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (222 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lancia Flaminia | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Flaminia | 818 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |