1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1984 Innocenti 990 is newer by 24 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 49 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 724 kg more than 1984 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Innocenti 990, 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, 1960 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | 990 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2760 mm |
