1956 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900

To start off, both 1956 Lancia Flaminia and 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Flaminia (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 210 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo 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.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Lancia Flaminia 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900
Make Lancia Alfa Romeo
Model Flaminia 1900
Year Released 1956 1956
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2458 cc 1973 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 119 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5000 RPM
Top Speed 171 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1210 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2510 mm


 

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