1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1967 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 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 112 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 460 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lancia Flaminia | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
Model | Flaminia | 312 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2775 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |