1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1988 Volvo 440 is newer by 21 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 29 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 500 kg more than 1988 Volvo 440. 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, 1988 Volvo 440, 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lancia Flaminia | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Flaminia | 440 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |