1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1968 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1968 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1968 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 1968 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1968 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1968 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Xsara | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2775 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |