1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 312 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio.
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 Kia Rio, 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 (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Flaminia | Rio |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4016 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
