2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 39 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 91 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
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, 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C5 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 48 L |
