1961 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 44 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, 2005 MG TF (115 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 103 kg more than 2005 MG TF.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Flaminia | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Lancia | MG |
| Model | Flaminia | TF |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
