1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300.
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 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1360 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
