1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1969 Mazda Luce 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 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 183 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flaminia | Luce |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
