1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1979 Avanti Avanti is newer by 18 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 307 kg more than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Avanti Avanti | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Avanti | Lancia |
| Model | Avanti | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
