1966 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 1980 Volvo 245 is newer by 14 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 57 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 Volvo 245. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flaminia | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Flaminia | 245 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
