1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia

To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 32 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 90 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 1991 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Blazer 1959 Lancia Flaminia
Make Chevrolet Lancia
Model Blazer Flaminia
Year Released 1991 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 2456 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 158 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 81.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2960 mm