1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1963 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Citroen C3 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Citroen |
| Model | Flavia | C3 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 47 L |
