1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 43 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 30 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 59 kg more than 2008 Renault Laguna. 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, 2008 Renault Laguna, 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Flaminia | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2773 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 15.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 66 L |
