1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 48 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 224 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 2011 Mercury Mariner, 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 (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Flaminia | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 57 L |
