1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1966 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 26 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 74 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 410 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Sierra | 1966 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Sierra | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
