1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1993 Ford Aspire is newer by 35 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 (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 510 kg more than 1993 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Ford Aspire, 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 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Flaminia | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 37 L |
