1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1975 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1975 Triumph TR6 is newer by 16 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 355 kg more than 1975 Triumph TR6.
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, 1975 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1975 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Lancia | Triumph |
Model | Flaminia | TR6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |