1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 47 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 200 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Flaminia | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Flaminia | Golf |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |