2005 Honda Accord vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 40 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 2,774 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
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, 2005 Honda Accord, 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 (225 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (223 Nm). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1965 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1965 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
