1986 Citroen BX vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 23 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (92 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 298 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1963 Lancia Flavia (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
