1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 168 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1960 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 1960 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1960 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. 2000 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1960 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1960 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flaminia | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Flaminia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2512 mm |
