1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 55 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 208 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Flaminia | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Lancia | Scion |
Model | Flaminia | FR-S |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 199 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |