2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1956 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 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 8 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1956 Lancia Flaminia.
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 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, 2007 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C4 | 1956 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | C4 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |