1994 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ is newer by 35 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ.
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, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | RZ | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |