1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 52 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, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 68 kg more than 2012 Nissan Qashqai.
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, 2012 Nissan Qashqai, 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 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flaminia | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flaminia | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
