1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1973 Alpine A 310 is newer by 6 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 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 310. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 695 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 310. 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, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 310 | 1967 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Alpine | Lancia |
| Model | A 310 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 56 L |
