1964 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2008 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lancia Flaminia (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 885 kg more than 1964 Lancia Flaminia.
Because 1964 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 1964 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Versa, 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, 1964 Lancia Flaminia (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lancia Flaminia | 2008 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flaminia | Versa |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
