1980 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 316 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
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, 2010 Citroen C3 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Escort | C3 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |