1997 Citroen XM vs. 1969 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1997 Citroen XM is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Flavia (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen XM weights approximately 90 kg more than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Flavia (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen XM | 1969 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | XM | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
