1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1956 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1962 Austin A 60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Flaminia (119 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 92 kg more than 1962 Austin A 60. 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, 1956 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1956 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1956 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 60 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
