1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 1964 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Seville is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 215 kg more than 1964 Lancia Flaminia.
Because 1964 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 1964 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. 1986 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1964 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1964 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 1964 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Seville | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
