1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L 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 57 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 615 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Flaminia | L |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
