1954 Citroen 15 vs. 1957 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1957 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 115 kg more than 1954 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Citroen 15, 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, 1954 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 1957 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | 15 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2960 mm |
