1988 Citroen AX vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 25 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 (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 353 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX. 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 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | AX | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 48 L |
