1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 48 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 308 kg more than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. 2008 Nissan Quest 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. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flaminia | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flaminia | Quest |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 76 L |
