1970 Holden Torana vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1970 Holden Torana is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 488 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana. 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, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Torana | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
