1992 Ford Laser vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1992 Ford Laser is newer by 34 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Ford Laser. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 435 kg more than 1992 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Laser | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Laser | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 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 |
