1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2000 Citroen C3

To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1075 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 1961 Buick Invicta 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 1961 Buick Invicta. 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Buick Invicta 2000 Citroen C3
Make Buick Citroen
Model Invicta C3
Year Released 1961 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6576 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 583 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 106.2 mm 73.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.5 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 18.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 995 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 3860 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1670 mm


 

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