1968 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 435 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lancia Flaminia | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Flaminia | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
