2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 47 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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, 2006 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. 2006 Ford Ranger has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Ranger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Ranger | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 323 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |