1983 Ford Capri vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1983 Ford Capri is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 283 kg more than 1983 Ford Capri. 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, 1960 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Capri | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
