2002 Citroen C8 vs. 1973 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,461 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 353 kg more than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco.
Because 1973 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8, 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, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1973 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 1973 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | C8 | Urraco |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
