1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 1968 Renault 8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Flaminia 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 99 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 640 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. 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) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lancia Flaminia | 1968 Renault 8 | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Flaminia | 8 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 77 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |