1956 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 36 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 260 kg more than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Flaminia | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Flaminia | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
