LANCIA
From the Beta 1909 to the Beta 1972
1922 : presentation of the amazing Lambda
First monocoque body without chassis 12 years before Citroën Traction
Independant front wheels and Over Head Camshaft in 1922 !
V 4 engine with very tight V (13°) that allow the use of only one cylinder head. Lancia will keep this design of compact motor a very long time.
A limousine version was also available but at this age torpedo was the most popular body.
Lancia Lambda and Mercedes 300SL, two cars in advance for their time.
Lancia Dilambda with V8 engine and traditional chassis
Augusta - 1933
Astura - 1934
In 1936 Lancia return to monocoque body and modern mechanical with Aprilia also named Ardennes in France.
Aurelia coach B20 GT - 1951
Appia, the small Aurelia - 1956