1966 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1950 MG TD
To start off, 1966 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 MG TD would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1950 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 565 kg more than 1950 MG TD. 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, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flaminia | 1950 MG TD | |
| Make | Lancia | MG |
| Model | Flaminia | TD |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| 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 | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2390 mm |
