1962 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Flaminia (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 520 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 1962 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flaminia | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Flaminia | Colt |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2390 mm |
