1958 Fiat 500 vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1965 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,774 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 950 kg more than 1958 Fiat 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 500 | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 500 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2774 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 48 L |