2008 Fiat Siena vs. 1956 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Flaminia (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Siena. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Siena, 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, 1956 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Siena | 1956 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Siena | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
