1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 11 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 31 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 560 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. 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, 1978 Nissan Cherry, 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lancia Flaminia | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Flaminia | Cherry |
Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2400 mm |