1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1967 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 328 kg more than 1966 Volvo P 1800. 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, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lancia Flaminia | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Flaminia | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |