1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Seat Leon.
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 Leon, 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, 2008 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2008 Seat Leon | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Flaminia | Leon |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |