2008 Citroen C8 vs. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye
To start off, 2008 Citroen C8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye would be higher. Both 2008 Citroen C8 and 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C8 weights approximately 469 kg more than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
Because 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C8 | 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C8 | 037 Rallye |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
