1980 Ford Taunus vs. 1956 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1980 Ford Taunus is newer by 24 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) has 62 more horse power than 1980 Ford Taunus. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 190 kg more than 1980 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1956 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Taunus. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Taunus | 1956 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Taunus | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
