1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6.
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 Mazda 6, 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Flaminia | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flaminia | 6 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
