1961 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1986 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1986 Ford Aerostar is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia 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 (101 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Ford Aerostar. 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 (186 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 1961 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Flaminia | 1986 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Flaminia | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3030 mm |
