1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 34 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 505 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto, 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Punto | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |
