1968 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 37 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1968 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 158 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lancia Flaminia. (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lancia Flaminia. 2005 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1968 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1968 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Lancia Flaminia | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Flaminia | Avensis |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2775 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |