1974 Citroen Dyane vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1974 Citroen Dyane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 850 kg more than 1974 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen Dyane, 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen Dyane | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Dyane | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |