1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 45 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 47 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea. 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, 2008 Seat Altea, 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 (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Flaminia | Altea |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
