1978 Lancia Beta vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1978 Lancia Beta 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 30 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 352 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta. 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Beta | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Beta | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |
