2007 Citroen C2 vs. 1956 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Flaminia (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 274 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C2, 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, 1956 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 1956 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C2 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2780 mm |
