1986 Fiat Croma vs. 1956 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1986 Fiat Croma is newer by 30 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 25 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Croma weights approximately 75 kg more than 1956 Lancia Flaminia.
Because 1956 Lancia Flaminia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (84 Nm). This means 1956 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 1956 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Croma | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
