THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Manufacturer
- Lancia
- Base model
- Dilambda
- Coachbuilt version
- Coupé Victoria Pinin Farina
- Coachbuilder
- Pininfarina
- Production period
- 1933
- Body style
- Coupé
- Engine
- V8
- Type
- Limited
- Displacement
- 3,960 cc
- Power
- 100 CV
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR
Coachbuilding, design & conversions
PRICE & SALES RECORD
Vehicle value
- Original price
- Not documented
- Latest recorded sale
- Not documented
01 / THE STORY
History & context
The 1933 Lancia Dilambda Coupé Victoria, one of the latest Pininfarina creations on the Dilambda chassis, marks a significant evolution towards more modern automotive design. This model showcases a maturation in styling that embraces aerodynamic principles and a sleek, cohesive aesthetic. One of the most notable features of the 1933 Dilambda Coupé Victoria is its tilted windshield and radiator, both angled backward to enhance the vehicle’s aerodynamic profile. This design choice not only gives the car a more dynamic and streamlined appearance but also reflects a departure from the more upright, traditional forms of earlier models. The rear window complements this forward-thinking approach with its inclination in the opposite direction, further contributing to the car’s overall aerodynamic efficiency. The side windows of the Dilambda Coupé Victoria are now rounded, a design evolution that integrates seamlessly with the curvature of the roofline. This rounded outline creates a harmonious flow from the front to the back of the car, accentuating its modern silhouette. The meticulous attention to detail in the window design underscores Pininfarina’s commitment to both form and function, ensuring that the aesthetic enhancements also improve the vehicle’s aerodynamic performance. Additionally, the spare wheel is elegantly faired with a sheet metal cover, a thoughtful design element that aligns with the receding shape of the trunk. This integration of the spare wheel into the car’s overall design not only improves the visual coherence of the rear end but also maintains the sleek, uninterrupted lines that define the Coupé Victoria’s modern appearance. In summary, the 1933 Lancia Dilambda Coupé Victoria by Pininfarina represents a significant step forward in automotive design, moving towards more aerodynamic and modern shapes. The backward-tilted windshield and radiator, rounded side windows, and faired spare wheel exemplify the innovative and forward-thinking approach of Pininfarina. This model stands as a testament to the design evolution of the early 1930s, blending elegance, functionality, and aerodynamic efficiency in a remarkable example of automotive craftsmanship.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production type
- Limited
- Production notes
- Catalogue Raisonné card 29 explicitly says the 1933 Dilambda Coupé Victoria was produced for Lancia in a short production run. Numeric Units=1 removed; exact chassis and total count remain open.
Engine & performance
- Engine configuration
- V8
- Displacement
- 3,960 cc
- Power (CV)
- 100 CV
- Engine speed
- 4,000 rpm
- Transmission
- Manual 4-speed
- Drive
- Rear-wheel drive
Design & manufacture
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Lancia
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Pininfarina
06 / EVENTS & AWARDS
Events & awards
Concorso d'Eleganza di Nervi General · verified
- Date
- 1933
- Chassis
- General
Knowledge event_record_key CI1-68251-EVT-5577
The Lancia Dilambda Berlina Victoria by Pinin Farina is identified by Centro Storico Fiat, with Archivio Pininfarina credit, as winner of the Gran Prix at the 1933 Nervi concours. General · Unreviewed
- Date
- 1933
- Chassis
- General
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 5 photographs
08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE
Archive
References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.
| Reference | Source type |
|---|---|
| Museo Nicolis / Epocauto — Lancia Dilambda technical history www.museonicolis.com | Museum technical article |











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