2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia

To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 503 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1960 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 1960 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler Town & Country 1960 Lancia Flaminia
Make Chrysler Lancia
Model Town & Country Flaminia
Year Released 2005 1960
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3785 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 215 HP 100 HP
Torque 320 Nm 187 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 8.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1941 kg 1438 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 42 L


 

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