2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 46 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 929 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1958 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1958 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Expedition | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 395 Nm | 187 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |