1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 33 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 100 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Flavia | Galant |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
