1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1968 Fiat 600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 650 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 600 | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 600 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2775 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |