1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 41 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 102 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 2004 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Flaminia | Clio |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
