1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 28 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 96 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 1988 Buick Reatta, 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Reatta | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 42 L |