1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2000 Citroen C3
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 725 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 1976 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2000 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Caprice | C3 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
