1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 373 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Echo, 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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (203 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (143 Nm). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flaminia | Echo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
