2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1957 Lancia Flaminia

To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 538 kg more than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Flaminia.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jeep Cherokee 1957 Lancia Flaminia
Make Jeep Lancia
Model Cherokee Flaminia
Year Released 2008 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2499 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 344 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 170 km/hour 155 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1978 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 42 L