1990 Citroen CX vs. 1964 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1990 Citroen CX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 210 kg more than 1990 Citroen CX.
Because 1964 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 1964 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX, 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, 1964 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1964 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 1964 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
