1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia

To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 40 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, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia. 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia, 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 (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Lancia Flaminia 2007 Skoda Fabia
Make Lancia Skoda
Model Flaminia Fabia
Year Released 1967 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2458 cc 1388 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 75.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 160 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 45 L


 

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