1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada

To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 29 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 95 kg more than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1965 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 1965 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1965 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1965 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Lancia Flaminia 1994 Mitsubishi Verada
Make Lancia Mitsubishi
Model Flaminia Verada
Year Released 1965 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2774 cc 2972 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2730 mm


 

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