1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 17 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 177 kg more than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
Model | Flaminia | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |