1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1975 Renault 5 is newer by 8 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 (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 805 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. 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, 1975 Renault 5, 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 (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Flaminia | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Flaminia | 5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
