1961 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2009 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 48 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 (100 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 182 kg more than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Because 1961 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 1961 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2009 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Flaminia | 2009 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Flaminia | Premacy |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
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 | 100 HP | 99 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 58 L |