1956 Volvo P 1900 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 1,414 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Volvo P 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Volvo P 1900 (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Volvo P 1900 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1956 Volvo P 1900.
Because 1956 Volvo P 1900 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 1956 Volvo P 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1956 Volvo P 1900 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1956 Volvo P 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Volvo P 1900 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Volvo | Citroen |
Model | P 1900 | C3 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1414 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |