1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1995 Renault Laguna

To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 36 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 4 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 22 kg more than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.

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, 1995 Renault Laguna, 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. 1995 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Lancia Flaminia 1995 Renault Laguna
Make Lancia Renault
Model Flaminia Laguna
Year Released 1959 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2458 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 101 HP 97 HP
Torque 187 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1438 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2750 mm


 

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