1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1967 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 885 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106. 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, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alpine A 106 | 1967 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Alpine | Lancia |
Model | A 106 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 42 L |