1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1952 Morris Six
To start off, 1965 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,774 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1952 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 200 kg more than 1952 Morris Six. 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 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Six. (134 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1952 Morris Six | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Flaminia | Six |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
