1964 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 45 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 (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 840 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lancia Flaminia | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Flaminia | Nano |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 37 L |
