1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 53 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, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (198 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 6 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2012 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Flaminia | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
Model | Flaminia | Sonata |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2794 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |