1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
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 Renault Laguna, 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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Flaminia | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Flaminia | Laguna |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |