1977 Ford Granada vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 12 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 23 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada.
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, 1977 Ford Granada (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Granada | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
