1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 145 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 1962 Lancia Flavia 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 Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Flavia | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Flavia | Lancer |
Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |