1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2000 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2000 Renault Twingo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 620 kg more than 2000 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Twingo, 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 2000 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Flaminia | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
