1961 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster is newer by 37 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, 1998 Opel Speedster (198 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 268 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster.
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, 1998 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Flaminia | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Flaminia | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
