1956 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Flaminia (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 340 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Flaminia | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Flaminia | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2390 mm |
