2008 Kia Rio vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 48 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, 2008 Kia Rio (138 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 359 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
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, 2008 Kia Rio, 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Rio | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
