1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 42 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 74 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
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 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Lancia | Smart |
| Model | Flaminia | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1820 mm |
