1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 34 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 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 130 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude. 1997 Honda Prelude has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Prelude will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Prelude | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2775 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |