1961 Lancia Flavia vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 660 kg more than 1976 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 Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Flavia | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Flavia | Minica |
Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |