1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Citroen C3
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Prelude (89 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude.
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, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Prelude | 2001 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Prelude | C3 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
