1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2002 Acura RSX

To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 35 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, 2002 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 298 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.

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, 2002 Acura RSX, 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 (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX. 2002 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 1967 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1967 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Lancia Flaminia 2002 Acura RSX
Make Lancia Acura
Model Flaminia RSX
Year Released 1967 2002
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2775 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1222 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.3 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 56 L 50 L