2005 Citroen C4 vs. 1969 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2005 Citroen C4 is newer by 36 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Flavia (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C4 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, 2005 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C4 | 1969 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | C4 | Flavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
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 | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |