1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,995 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (194 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 742 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.

Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Lancia Flaminia 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Lancia Toyota
Model Flaminia Land Cruiser
Year Released 1959 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2458 cc 2995 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 194 HP
Torque 188 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1273 kg 2015 kg
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2710 mm


 

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