1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 968 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Flaminia | Minica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
