1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica 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, 2006 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 202 kg more than 2006 Toyota Celica.
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 Toyota Celica, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flaminia | Celica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
