1987 Citroen AX vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 600 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Lancia Flaminia 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 1963 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, 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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (224 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | AX | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
