1973 Citroen GS vs. 1965 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1973 Citroen GS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 300 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS, 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, 1965 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen GS | 1965 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | GS | Flavia |
Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |