1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 47 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1583 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 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flaminia | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3400 mm |
