1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 48 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 318 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Flaminia | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Flaminia | Yaris |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |