1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 1956 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1978 Dodge Aspen 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Flaminia (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 278 kg more than 1956 Lancia Flaminia.
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, 1978 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 1956 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Aspen | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2780 mm |