1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 49 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 66 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 838 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. 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, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Flaminia | Nano |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 35 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
