1961 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (179 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 52 kg more than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Toyota Camry, 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 Camry (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Flaminia | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Flaminia | Camry |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 179 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |