1968 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1976 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1976 Peugeot 404 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 452 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 404. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lancia Flaminia | 1976 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Flaminia | 404 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
