1980 GMC Suburban vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1980 GMC Suburban is newer by 21 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 790 kg more than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Suburban | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Suburban | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2960 mm |
