1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1970 Opel Record is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 415 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1970 Opel Record | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Flaminia | Record |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |