2001 Honda City vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2001 Honda City is newer by 43 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 6 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 333 kg more than 2001 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda City, 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, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda City | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | City | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
