1978 Citroen CX vs. 1965 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1978 Citroen CX is newer by 13 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 180 kg more than 1965 Lancia Flavia.
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, 1978 Citroen CX, 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, 1978 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 1965 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | CX | Flavia |
Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |