1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2001 Seat Arosa is newer by 38 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Arosa (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 151 kg more than 2001 Seat Arosa.
Because 1963 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 1963 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Arosa, 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, 2001 Seat Arosa (236 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm). This means 2001 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Flaminia | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2340 mm |
