1966 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2000 Nissan Maxima is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1966 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 1966 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flaminia | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flaminia | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
