1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 690 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Explorer | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
