1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1951 Morris Minor
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 515 kg more than 1951 Morris Minor. 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 Lancia Flaminia (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1951 Morris Minor | |
Make | Lancia | Morris |
Model | Flaminia | Minor |
Year Released | 1963 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2190 mm |