1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 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 2,774 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla, 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 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (215 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flaminia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
