2004 Honda Element vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 45 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, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 238 kg more than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Honda Element, 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, 2004 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (188 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Element | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
