1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1978 Simca Horizon
To start off, 1978 Simca Horizon is newer by 19 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 415 kg more than 1978 Simca Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Simca Horizon, 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, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1978 Simca Horizon | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Flaminia | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
