1998 Honda Today vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia

To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 40 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 563 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Honda Today 1958 Lancia Flaminia
Make Honda Lancia
Model Today Flaminia
Year Released 1998 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 655 cc 2456 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 100 HP
Torque 57 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1273 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1670 mm