1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 23 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 48 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 340 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri. 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, 1990 Mercury Capri, 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Flaminia | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Flaminia | Capri |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
