1977 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Citroen C3
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Buick Regal 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 1977 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1977 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2007 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Regal | C3 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |