1986 Audi 80 vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 21 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 2,773 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 474 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80, 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (160 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 80 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 56 L |
