2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina 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, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. 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, 2009 Lada Kalina, 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, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Lada | Lancia |
Model | Kalina | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |