1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 34 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 2,774 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 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, 1999 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xsara | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
