1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (110 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 115 kg more than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (252 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Camaro | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 252 Nm | 186 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |