1962 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2005 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Etude (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude, 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, 1962 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flaminia | 2005 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flaminia | Etude |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1594 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1045 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
