1948 Austin A 70 vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1965 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1948 Austin A 70. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 70 | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 70 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
