1960 Citroen DS vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Citroen DS (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 94 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Lancia Flavia 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 1963 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS, 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, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | DS | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
