2007 Ford Focus vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 40 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 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. 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, 2007 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, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1967 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
