1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Volare is newer by 18 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 47 kg more than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Flaminia | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
Model | Flaminia | Volare |
Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |