1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 408 kg more than 1961 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Gran Torino | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 42 L |
