1991 Citroen C 15 vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1991 Citroen C 15 is newer by 28 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 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Citroen C 15. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 605 kg more than 1991 Citroen C 15. 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, 1991 Citroen C 15, 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 (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen C 15. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen C 15 | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C 15 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
