1957 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 53 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 33 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 500 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. 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, 2010 Fiat 500, 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500. 2010 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1957 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1957 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lancia Flaminia | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Lancia | Fiat |
Model | Flaminia | 500 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |