1998 Honda Passport vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1998 Honda Passport is newer by 35 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
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, 1998 Honda Passport, 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, 1998 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (224 Nm). This means 1998 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. 1998 Honda Passport 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. 1998 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Passport | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Passport | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
