2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1995 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon (78 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon.
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, 2007 Citroen C3 (147 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (114 Nm). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1995 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C3 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
