2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1997 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1997 Lancia Dedra.
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 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1997 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C3 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |
