1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1972 Volvo 145
To start off, 1972 Volvo 145 is newer by 13 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, 1972 Volvo 145 (102 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 148 kg more than 1972 Volvo 145.
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 (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1972 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Flaminia | 145 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 102 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |