1978 Citroen LN vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1978 Citroen LN is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 480 kg more than 1978 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Lancia Flavia 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 Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen LN, 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 Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LN | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | LN | Flavia |
Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |