1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2005 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Toyota Crown is newer by 45 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Crown (220 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Crown weights approximately 397 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Crown (294 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flaminia | 2005 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flaminia | Crown |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
