1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1966 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 7 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 (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 425 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. 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, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (222 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1966 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 132 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 56 L |
