1981 Citroen LN vs. 1966 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 710 kg more than 1981 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1966 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | LN | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| 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 | 38 L |
