1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 344 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin. 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | AMC | Lancia |
Model | Gremlin | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2773 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 56 L |