1956 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 56 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 300 kg more than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Flaminia | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Flaminia | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |