1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,773 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 416 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX, 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | ZX | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 56 L |
