1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1972 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1972 Peugeot 204 is newer by 5 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 575 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Lancia Flaminia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Peugeot 204, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lancia Flaminia | 1972 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
Model | Flaminia | 204 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |