1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1962 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1962 Lotus Elite is newer by 3 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. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elite. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 613 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elite. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elite. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1962 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Flaminia | Elite |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2240 mm |
