2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Lancia Zeta
To start off, both 2000 Citroen C3 and 2000 Lancia Zeta were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 705 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. 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 Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3. 2000 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 2000 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C3 | 2000 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | C3 | Zeta |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |