1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 15 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 263 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (188 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | Giulia | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 188 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |