2003 Ford Expedition vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 40 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1185 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.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Expedition | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
