1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 36 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (205 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 307 kg more than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fairlane | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2530 mm |
