1968 Ford 17 vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1968 Ford 17 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (123 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 133 kg more than 1968 Ford 17.
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, 1968 Ford 17 (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | 17 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
