1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1991 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1991 Ford Corsair is newer by 33 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, 1991 Ford Corsair (111 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 308 kg more than 1991 Ford Corsair.
Because 1958 Lancia Flaminia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Corsair, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Corsair. 1991 Ford Corsair has automatic transmission and 1958 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1958 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Corsair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Flaminia | 1991 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Lancia | Ford |
Model | Flaminia | Corsair |
Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 111 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |