1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 50 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 16 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flaminia | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2675 mm |
