1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 37 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, 1996 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster 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, 1996 Volkswagen Golf, 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) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Flaminia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
