1951 Bristol 400 vs. 2000 Citroen C3
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Bristol 400 (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 400 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Bristol 400 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 1951 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3, 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, 1951 Bristol 400 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1951 Bristol 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 400 | 2000 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 400 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
