2006 Citroen C4 vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia

To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 188 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4.

Because 1958 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 1958 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4, 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, 2006 Citroen C4 (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C4 1958 Lancia Flaminia
Make Citroen Lancia
Model C4 Flaminia
Year Released 2006 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 81.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 192 km/hour 160 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1252 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 42 L