1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
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, 1961 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 99 | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A 99 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 42 L |