1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1978 Seat 127 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 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 700 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. 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 Seat 127, 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 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Flaminia | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Flaminia | 127 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2230 mm |
