1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 52 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT, 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 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Lancia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Flaminia | GT |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1747 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 | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 63 L |
