1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 31 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 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 442 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.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1958 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1958 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Blazer | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
