1964 Citroen DS vs. 1964 Lancia Flavia
To start off, both 1964 Citroen DS and 1964 Lancia Flavia were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lancia Flavia (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1964 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Citroen DS weights approximately 130 kg more than 1964 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1964 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 1964 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Citroen DS | 1964 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | DS | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1798 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 | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| 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 | 48 L |
