1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1966 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1972 Honda 1300 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 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 525 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Lancia Flaminia 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 1966 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300, 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, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 1966 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | 1300 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2775 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
