1990 Ford Probe vs. 1968 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1990 Ford Probe is newer by 22 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 30 more horse power than 1990 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Ford Probe. 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, 1990 Ford Probe, 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Probe | 1968 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Probe | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2775 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |