1956 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 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 Volvo V40. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V40 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1956 Lancia Flaminia.
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 Volvo V40, 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, 1956 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V40. (164 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Flaminia | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Flaminia | V40 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |