1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 46 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, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 89 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
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, 2011 Chevrolet HHR, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Flaminia | HHR |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2773 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 61 L |
