2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 258 kg more than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. 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 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1967 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Venture | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
