1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2011 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avensis is newer by 51 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, 2011 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 108 kg more than 2011 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2011 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2011 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flaminia | 2011 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flaminia | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
