2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1974 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Fulvia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 408 kg more than 1974 Lancia Fulvia.
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, 2009 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1974 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C3 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
