2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Citroen C3 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C3 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
