1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA 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 42 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 520 kg more than 1959 MG MGA. 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 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Lancia | MG |
| Model | Flaminia | MGA |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |
