1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2005 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Forenza 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Forenza (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 1959 Lancia Flaminia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Forenza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (186 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (174 Nm). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Flaminia | 2005 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Flaminia | Forenza |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 174 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |