1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1956 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 160 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Flaminia (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 125 kg more than 1978 Chrysler 160. 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, 1956 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1956 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | 160 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
