1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 47 kg more 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, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flaminia | Prius |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
