1966 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 9 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 550 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. 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 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flaminia | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Flaminia | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
