1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2007 Seat Toledo

To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 49 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, 2007 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Seat Toledo.

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, 2007 Seat Toledo, 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, 2007 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Lancia Flaminia 2007 Seat Toledo
Make Lancia Seat
Model Flaminia Toledo
Year Released 1958 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2458 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 160 km/hour 201 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 55 L


 

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