1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1973 Fiat 126 is newer by 12 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 693 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. 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, 1961 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 126 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 42 L |
