1969 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,773 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 614 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lancia Flaminia | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Flaminia | 9 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2773 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
