1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 265 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1900. 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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 1900 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
