1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 41 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 34 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 214 kg more than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
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, 2006 Seat Alhambra, 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Flaminia | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
