1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2001 Citroen C3
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1176 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Buick Centurion 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 1971 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 2001 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Centurion | C3 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2390 mm |