1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 233 kg more than 1982 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Prelude | C3 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
