1956 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2006 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2006 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 50 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 1 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1956 Lancia Flaminia.
Because 2006 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki SX4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Flaminia | 2006 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Flaminia | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
