1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Honda Prelude (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Prelude | C3 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
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 | 90 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |