2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C3 and 2003 Lancia Fulvia were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Fulvia (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2003 Lancia Fulvia.
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, 2003 Citroen C3, 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (111 Nm). This means 2003 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2003 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C3 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
