2002 Ford Focus vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 35 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 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 256 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Ford Focus, 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 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1967 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
