2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye

To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.

Because 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen C5 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye
Make Citroen Lancia
Model C5 037 Rallye
Year Released 2001 1982
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1749 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 116 HP 205 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.1 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 90 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1446 kg 1176 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 3920 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 51 L