2008 Citroen C4 vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 45 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
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, 2008 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C4 | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | C4 | Flavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |