1961 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 44 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
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, 2005 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Flaminia | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Flaminia | Clio |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |