1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 629 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flaminia | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Lancia | Acura |
| Model | Flaminia | MDX |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.2 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2238 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1733 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 79 L |
