2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2003 Lancia Lybra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Lybra (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 396 kg more than 2001 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, 2003 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3. 2001 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2003 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2003 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2003 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C3 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2600 mm |
