2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 34 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri (260 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1967 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Centauri | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
