2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1967 Lancia Flaminia.
Because 1967 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 1967 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1967 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C5 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
