2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 33 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156, 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 (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1967 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 156 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
