2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 45 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 30 kg more than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Spider | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
