1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 7 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 101 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | 2600 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1965 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |