1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 27 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 27 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 408 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Flaminia | Galant |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
