1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 494 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Flaminia | Fusca |
Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |