2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 232 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1960 Lancia Flavia 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 1960 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5, 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, 1960 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | C5 | Flavia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |