1997 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1957 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 455 kg more than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1997 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Astro | 1957 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Astro | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
