1962 Citroen DS vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, both 1962 Citroen DS and 1962 Lancia Flavia were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Flavia (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1962 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Citroen DS weights approximately 130 kg more than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen DS | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | DS | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
