1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2001 Nissan Xterra is newer by 42 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, 2001 Nissan Xterra (141 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 142 kg more than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. 2001 Nissan Xterra 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. 2001 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flaminia | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
