2006 Citroen C3 vs. 1989 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 197 kg more than 1989 Lancia Prisma. 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, 2006 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 1989 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C3 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
