1961 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1961 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA 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 29 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (71 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 538 kg more than 1958 MG MGA. 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, 1961 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Flaminia | 1958 MG MGA | |
Make | Lancia | MG |
Model | Flaminia | MGA |
Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 71 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |