1964 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2012 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2012 Nissan Versa is newer by 48 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 17 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Versa. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 405 kg more than 2012 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lancia Flaminia | 2012 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flaminia | Versa |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1115 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 41 L |
