1964 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (126 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 104 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
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 Toyota Avalon, 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. 2008 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1964 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1964 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lancia Flaminia | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flaminia | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
