1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 15 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 11 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 158 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Taunus | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
