1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 43 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (383 HP) has 283 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 387 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro 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. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Flaminia | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
Model | Flaminia | Monaro |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 383 HP |
Torque | 188 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |