1961 Lancia Flavia vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 1961 Lancia Flavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Riley 2.6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Flavia (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1961 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Flavia | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Riley |
| Model | Flavia | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
