1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 14 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 24 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 483 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Flaminia | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Flaminia | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |