1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 925 kg more than 1961 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | 2CV | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
