1990 Ford Laser vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1990 Ford Laser is newer by 31 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 435 kg more than 1990 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Laser, 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, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Laser | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Laser | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2960 mm |