1974 Citroen CX vs. 1964 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lancia Flaminia (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 80 kg more than 1964 Lancia Flaminia.
Because 1964 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 1964 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1964 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | CX | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1974 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |