1996 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1966 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 30 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1966 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 1966 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, both vehicles can yield 186 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1996 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1966 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | Spider | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |