1993 Holden Barina vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1993 Holden Barina is newer by 34 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 (100 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Holden Barina. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 493 kg more than 1993 Holden Barina. 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, 1993 Holden Barina, 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 (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Holden Barina | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | Barina | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 102 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |