1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 1993 Xedos 6 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Xedos 6 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 245 kg more than 1993 Xedos 6.
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 Xedos 6, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Xedos 6. (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Lancia | Xedos |
Model | Flaminia | 6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |