1991 Citroen C 15 vs. 2000 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2000 Lancia Lybra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Citroen C 15. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 415 kg more than 1991 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, 2000 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen C 15. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen C 15 | 2000 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C 15 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
