1966 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 1966 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG Magnett would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 380 kg more than 1960 MG Magnett. 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 (222 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flaminia | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Lancia | MG |
| Model | Flaminia | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
