1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1994 Lotus Elan

To start off, 1994 Lotus Elan is newer by 27 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, 1994 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 500 kg more than 1994 Lotus Elan.

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, 1994 Lotus Elan, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lotus Elan.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Lancia Flaminia 1994 Lotus Elan
Make Lancia Lotus
Model Flaminia Elan
Year Released 1967 1994
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2775 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 204 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 3810 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1240 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2260 mm


 

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