1998 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1998 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 1998 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Cherokee | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Cherokee | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
