1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,773 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Flaminia | Minica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2773 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
