1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 48 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 2 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 47 kg more than 2006 Opel Meriva. 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, 2006 Opel Meriva, 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, 2006 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Flaminia | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |
