1989 Lada 2104 vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1989 Lada 2104 is newer by 30 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 428 kg more than 1989 Lada 2104. 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, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lada 2104 | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Lada | Lancia |
Model | 2104 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |