1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 40 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, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 518 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Lancia | Morgan |
Model | Flaminia | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 137 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |