1989 Honda Accord vs. 1968 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 189 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, 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, 1968 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1968 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
