2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Picasso (111 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 31 kg more than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Because 1959 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 1959 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso, 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 Picasso (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Picasso | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Picasso | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
