1961 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 708 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Flaminia | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Flaminia | Minica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 29 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2060 mm |
