2004 Ford Focus vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,773 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 164 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 56 L |
