1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 54 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 3 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 107 kg more 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, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flaminia | Prius |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| 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 | 97 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
