2001 Lancia Nea vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Nea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Nea would be higher. At 2,445 cc, 2001 Lancia Nea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Nea. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Nea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Lancia Nea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lancia Nea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Nea. (314 Nm). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Nea. 2001 Lancia Nea has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lancia Nea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Lancia Nea 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Lancia Mitsubishi
Model Nea Lancer
Year Released 2001 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2445 cc 2000 cc
Horse Power 148 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 406 Nm
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1630 kg
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2649 mm


 

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