1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1959 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 970 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Abarth | Lancia |
Model | 500 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 33 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |