1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 44 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, 2004 Seat Altea (101 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 47 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Seat Altea, 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, 2004 Seat Altea (326 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Flaminia | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Flaminia | Altea |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |