1969 Lancia Flavia vs. 1994 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1994 Maserati Shamal is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1969 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 130 kg more than 1969 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Maserati Shamal 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 1994 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flavia, 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, 1994 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lancia Flavia | 1994 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Lancia | Maserati |
| Model | Flavia | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
