1956 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1996 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-01.
Because 1956 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 1956 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01, 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, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (220 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Flaminia | 1996 Mazda RX-01 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Flaminia | RX-01 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2615 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2350 mm |