1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 39 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 278 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.

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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Flaminia.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Lancia Flaminia 2006 Volkswagen Golf
Make Lancia Volkswagen
Model Flaminia Golf
Year Released 1967 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2458 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 92.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 160 km/hour 202 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 1162 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 55 L


 

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