1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1966 Lancia Flaminia

To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 57 kg more than 1966 Lancia Flaminia.

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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (222 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flaminia.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Chevrolet Chevelle 1966 Lancia Flaminia
Make Chevrolet Lancia
Model Chevelle Flaminia
Year Released 1972 1966
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5011 cc 2775 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 130 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 222 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1577 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 5020 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 56 L