1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 53 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
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, 2011 Opel Insignia, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Flaminia | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1796 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 | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2737 mm |
