1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 44 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, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 95 kg more than 1967 Lancia Flaminia.
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, 2011 Kia Carens, 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 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Flaminia | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Flaminia | Carens |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
