1967 Mercury Cougar vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (217 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 521 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercury Cougar 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 1967 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1967 Mercury Cougar (432 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Cougar | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Mercury | Citroen |
Model | Cougar | C3 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 432 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1159 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |