1966 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona is newer by 20 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 24 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 520 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flaminia | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Flaminia | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
