1956 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Flaminia (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Flaminia | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Flaminia | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
