1971 Austin 3 vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1971 Austin 3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1967 Lancia Flaminia.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Austin 3 | 1967 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | 3 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2775 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |