1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1974 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1974 Triumph Stag is newer by 16 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Stag (143 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 238 kg more than 1974 Triumph Stag.
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, 1974 Triumph Stag (235 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 1974 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Flaminia | Stag |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
