1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2 (140 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 172 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.
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) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Flaminia | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Flaminia | MR2 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 140 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |