1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1966 Lancia Flaminia

To start off, 1966 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 8 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 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 460 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. 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, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (222 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Lancia Aurelia 1966 Lancia Flaminia
Make Lancia Lancia
Model Aurelia Flaminia
Year Released 1958 1966
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2456 cc 2775 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 222 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2760 mm


 

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