1979 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Citroen C3
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C3 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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, 2008 Citroen C3 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2008 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Accord | C3 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
