1988 Holden Commodore vs. 1962 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 130 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore.
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, 1988 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 1962 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Commodore | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2960 mm |
