1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1961 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1961 Toyota Corona is newer by 3 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 45 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Corona. (55 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 458 kg more than 1961 Toyota Corona. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Corona. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Flaminia | 1961 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Flaminia | Corona |
Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 55 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |