2008 Honda Accord vs. 1964 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 63 kg more than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1964 Lancia Flaminia (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1964 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
