1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1990 Alpine A 610 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 141 kg more than 1959 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, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine A 610 | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Alpine | Lancia |
Model | A 610 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 357 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |