1991 Citroen C vs. 1991 Hyundai Lantra

To start off, both 1991 Citroen C and 1991 Hyundai Lantra were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1991 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 265 kg more than 1991 Citroen C. 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, 1991 Hyundai Lantra (139 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen C.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Citroen C 1991 Hyundai Lantra
Make Citroen Hyundai
Model C Lantra
Year Released 1991 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 70 Nm 139 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 845 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2510 mm


 

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