1961 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 35 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 108 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. 1996 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1961 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1961 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Flaminia | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Flaminia | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
