1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Liana 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Liana (110 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Liana 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 2001 Suzuki Liana.
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 Suzuki Liana, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Liana. 2001 Suzuki Liana 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 Suzuki Liana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Flaminia | Liana |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 143 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 | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
