1974 Holden Statesman vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1974 Holden Statesman is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1974 Holden Statesman. 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, 1974 Holden Statesman (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Statesman | 1967 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Statesman | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
