1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1973 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1973 Triumph GT6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 520 kg more than 1973 Triumph GT6.
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 (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1973 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Lancia | Triumph |
Model | Flaminia | GT6 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 63 L |