2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1965 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara, 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 1965 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Xsara | Flavia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |