1997 Innocenti Mille vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1997 Innocenti Mille is newer by 38 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 53 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 413 kg more than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 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, 1997 Innocenti Mille, 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Innocenti Mille | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
Model | Mille | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 72 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |