1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2011 Opel Agila
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila is newer by 52 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 (100 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Opel Agila. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 218 kg more than 2011 Opel Agila. 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, 2011 Opel Agila, 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 (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 2011 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Flaminia | Agila |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
