1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1997 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Zeta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 805 kg more than 1990 Citroen C 15. 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, 1997 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen C 15 | 1997 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | C 15 | Zeta |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |