1994 Citroen XM vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 31 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 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 53 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 1994 Citroen XM, 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, 1994 Citroen XM (235 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | XM | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
