1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube.
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 Nissan Cube, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flaminia | Cube |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
