1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1956 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 580 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1956 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 1300 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2780 mm |
