1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1968 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 670 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1968 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 128 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
