2009 Ford Ranger vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 50 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 474 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ranger | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Ranger | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |