2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 40 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (265 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 212 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (414 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mustang | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
