1974 Lancia Beta vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1974 Lancia Beta 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 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 420 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Beta, 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, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (109 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Beta | 1967 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Beta | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 42 L |
