1964 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 46 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1964 Lancia Flaminia.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. 2010 Volvo XC70 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. 2010 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lancia Flaminia | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Flaminia | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
