1972 Honda Life vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (108 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 669 kg more than 1972 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Life | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Life | C3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
