1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 148 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 1988 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Flaminia | Starion |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1125 kg |
