1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia

To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (118 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 398 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta.

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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Lancia Beta 1961 Lancia Flaminia
Make Lancia Lancia
Model Beta Flaminia
Year Released 1979 1961
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 100 HP
Torque 171 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 8.4:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 1438 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 37 L


 

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