1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 46 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, 1960 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 138 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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, 2006 Opel Corsa, 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 2006 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flaminia | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Flaminia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 44 L |
