1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 47 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1043 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Flaminia | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Flaminia | Quest |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 188 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3160 mm |