1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1966 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1966 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 942 kg more than 1950 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 1966 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | 2CV | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 42 L |
