1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 32 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 10 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 257 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo. 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, 1991 Seat Toledo, 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 (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Flaminia | Toledo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
Torque | 188 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |