1974 Lada Riva vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1974 Lada Riva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 380 kg more than 1974 Lada Riva. 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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Riva | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2960 mm |
