1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1959 Saab 95 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 530 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Saab 95, 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, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Flaminia | 95 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
