1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1993 Ford Aspire is newer by 34 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 (101 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aspire. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 508 kg more than 1993 Ford Aspire. 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, 1993 Ford Aspire, 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 (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
Make | Lancia | Ford |
Model | Flaminia | Aspire |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 63 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |