1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (250 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1035 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. 2010 Chevrolet Express 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. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Flaminia | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
Model | Flaminia | Express |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 2473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3429 mm |