2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1994 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Delta weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1994 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C3 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
