1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1966 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe 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 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
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 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1966 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Coupe | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
