1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 48 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 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 597 kg more than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Flaminia | Colt |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2970 mm |
