2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 49 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 500 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
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, 2009 Fiat Croma, 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Croma | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
