1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1967 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 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 67 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 680 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 1967 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A 40 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 42 L |