1961 Lancia Flavia vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 21 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 23 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 320 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Flavia | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Flavia | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
