1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 38 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 609 kg more than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Flaminia | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Flaminia | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 85 L |
