1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Because 1963 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 1963 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude, 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 Honda Prelude (214 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Prelude | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 214 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2960 mm |