1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 46 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. 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 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Flaminia | Touran |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |