1989 Ford Granada vs. 1966 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1989 Ford Granada is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 155 kg more than 1989 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Granada. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Granada | 1966 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Granada | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 38 L |
