1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 51 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, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 22 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4. 2009 Suzuki SX4 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. 2009 Suzuki SX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Flaminia | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
