1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 45 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 80 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 480 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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, 2012 Fiat 500, 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1967 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1967 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Flaminia | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Flaminia | 500 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |
