1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 11 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 23 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 828 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Flaminia | Europa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
