1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1953 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 164 kg more than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. 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 (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1953 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Flaminia | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 48 L |
