1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 46 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 477 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Flaminia | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 85 L |
