2004 Acura EL vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2004 Acura EL is newer by 37 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 24 more horse power than 2004 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 238 kg more than 2004 Acura EL. 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, 2004 Acura EL, 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura EL | 1967 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | EL | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 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 | 1182 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
