1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, 2001 Opel Astra is newer by 34 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 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (437 HP @ 7350 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Opel Astra (531 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Flaminia | 2001 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Flaminia | Astra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7350 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
