1991 Citroen AX vs. 1969 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1991 Citroen AX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,773 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1991 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 798 kg more than 1991 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Citroen AX, 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, 1969 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1969 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen AX | 1969 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | AX | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 56 L |
