2001 Ford Laser vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2001 Ford Laser is newer by 42 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, 2001 Ford Laser (105 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 158 kg more than 2001 Ford Laser.
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, 2001 Ford Laser, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Laser | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Laser | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
