1961 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 51 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 613 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 2012 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Flaminia | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flaminia | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 87 L |
