2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 46 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 102 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
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, 2006 Fiat Palio II, 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, 1960 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Palio II | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
