1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1983 Citroen Mehari is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 885 kg more than 1983 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Mehari, 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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Mehari | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |