1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1986 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1986 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 27 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 36 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 313 kg more than 1986 Pontiac 1000. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1986 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
Model | Flaminia | 1000 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 188 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2400 mm |