1981 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lincoln Town Car (129 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 661 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lincoln Town Car 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 1981 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1981 Lincoln Town Car (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lincoln Town Car | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Lincoln | Citroen |
Model | Town Car | C3 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 310 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1159 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |