2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 43 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3.
Because 1960 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 1960 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3, 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, 2001 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C3 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
