2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 2003 Lancia Fulvia

To start off, 2003 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C 15 would be higher. Both 2002 Citroen C 15 and 2003 Lancia Fulvia are equipped with a 1,747 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Fulvia (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Lancia Fulvia 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 2003 Lancia Fulvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C 15, 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, 2003 Lancia Fulvia (315 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm). This means 2003 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Citroen C 15 2003 Lancia Fulvia
Make Citroen Lancia
Model C 15 Fulvia
Year Released 2002 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 1747 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 113 Nm 315 Nm
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 83 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 945 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2280 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 60 L


 

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