1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 11 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 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 318 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Comodoro | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
