1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 476 kg more than 1983 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, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1967 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Beta | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 56 L |
