1974 Fiat 124 vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1974 Fiat 124 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 530 kg more than 1974 Fiat 124. 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 124 | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 124 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
