1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 608 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (104 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
Model | Charmant | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |