1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 275 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina, 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, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lancia Flaminia | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Flaminia | Carina |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |