1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1967 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lancia Flaminia | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Lancia | Steyr |
Model | Flaminia | 500D |
Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2775 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1850 mm |