1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 470 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1963 Lancia Flavia (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Flavia | Minica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2270 mm |
