1961 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1989 Volvo 240
To start off, 1989 Volvo 240 is newer by 28 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, 1989 Volvo 240 (115 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 240 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Flaminia | 1989 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Flaminia | 240 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
