2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1968 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1968 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 56 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1968 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 1968 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1968 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1968 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |
