1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2000 Citroen C3
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (225 HP) has 153 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1019 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 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2000 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Citroen |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | C3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2470 mm |
