1957 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 215 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna, 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, 1957 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Flaminia | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Flaminia | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
