1984 Citroen BX vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 548 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX, 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, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
