1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 41 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Flaminia | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Flaminia | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
