1962 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 46 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 78 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Flaminia | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Flaminia | Golf |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |