1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1963 Austin A 99 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 257 kg more than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 99 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
