1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 47 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (105 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 98 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 1959 Lancia Flaminia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Flaminia | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
