1961 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 624 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Flaminia | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Lancia | Smart |
Model | Flaminia | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 22 L |