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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 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 468 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.
Because 1963 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 1963 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (73 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 | 954 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
