2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1985 Lancia Prisma. 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, 2001 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C3 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
