1983 Holden Statesman vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1983 Holden Statesman is newer by 18 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 280 kg more than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 1983 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Statesman | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Statesman | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2960 mm |
