1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia 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 (138 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 520 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia. 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 Renault Thalia, 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 (221 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Flaminia | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Flaminia | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2473 mm |
