1970 Datsun 1200 vs. 1962 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1970 Datsun 1200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Flaminia (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 1200. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 745 kg more than 1970 Datsun 1200. 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, 1962 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 1200. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 1200 | 1962 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Datsun | Lancia |
| Model | 1200 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 42 L |
