1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2001 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2001 Saturn Vue is newer by 43 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saturn Vue (181 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saturn Vue weights approximately 92 kg more than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 2001 Saturn Vue, 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, 2001 Saturn Vue (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. 2001 Saturn Vue 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. 2001 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 2001 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Lancia | Saturn |
| Model | Flaminia | Vue |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
