1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander 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, 2012 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 270 kg more than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. 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 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2012 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. 2012 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lancia Flaminia | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Flaminia | Highlander |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2775 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 73 L |