1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 393 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flaminia | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Flaminia | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
