1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1954 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1967 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1954 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1954 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 555 kg more than 1954 Triumph TR2. 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, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Flaminia | 1954 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Flaminia | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 56 L |
