1956 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2005 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Phedra is newer by 49 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 11 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 563 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, 2005 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2005 Lancia Phedra (264 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Flaminia | 2005 Lancia Phedra | |
Make | Lancia | Lancia |
Model | Flaminia | Phedra |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1773 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |