2008 Citroen C1 vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2008 Citroen C1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 645 kg more than 2008 Citroen C1. 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, 2005 Lancia Lybra (309 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C1 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
