1968 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2000 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 485 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 1968 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lancia Flaminia | 2000 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Flaminia | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
