1978 Citroen LN vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1978 Citroen LN is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 710 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 1967 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 1967 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LN | 1967 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | LN | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2775 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |