1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 45 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 86 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
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, 2010 Dodge Caliber, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Lancia | Dodge |
| Model | Flaminia | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 51 L |
