1961 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1961 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 227 kg more than 1961 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Flaminia | 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Lancia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Flaminia | 6C |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 77 L |
