1978 Honda Accord vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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 2,774 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 526 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord, 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2774 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |