1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 133 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Volkswagen Multivan (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Flaminia | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
