1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 50 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 193 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo, 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 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (153 Nm @ 300 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Flaminia | Polo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
