1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 45 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 145 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Lancia | Xedos |
| Model | Flaminia | 9 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
