2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1997 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1997 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C4 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
