1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 54 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, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 413 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Daihatsu Materia, 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 (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Flaminia | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Lancia | Daihatsu |
Model | Flaminia | Materia |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |