1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 43 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 28 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito, 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flaminia | Vito |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 78 L |
