1957 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 660 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205, 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, 1957 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (87 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lancia Flaminia | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
Model | Flaminia | 205 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2430 mm |