1996 Innocenti Mille vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1996 Innocenti Mille is newer by 35 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 53 more horse power than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1996 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 413 kg more than 1996 Innocenti Mille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Lancia Flaminia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Innocenti Mille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Innocenti Mille | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | Mille | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
