1966 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1974 Mazda 929 is newer by 8 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 (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 350 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. 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 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flaminia | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flaminia | 929 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
