1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1961 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 310 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
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, both vehicles can yield 186 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Aurelia | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Lancia | Lancia |
Model | Aurelia | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |