1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 39 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 2,773 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 660 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. 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, 2004 Seat Arosa, 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 (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Lancia Flaminia | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Flaminia | Arosa |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2773 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 34 L |