1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1959 Skoda 440 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 (100 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 508 kg more than 1959 Skoda 440. 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, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Flaminia | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Lancia | Skoda |
Model | Flaminia | 440 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |