1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 46 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 512 kg more than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
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, 2004 Mazda 2, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flaminia | 2 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
