1969 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,773 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 230 kg more than 1981 Volvo 240. 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, 1969 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lancia Flaminia | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Flaminia | 240 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2773 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |