1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1960 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. Both 1959 Lancia Flaminia and 1960 Lancia Flaminia are equipped with a 2,458 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 167 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Lancia | Lancia |
Model | Flaminia | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 188 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2960 mm |