1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2000 Citroen C2
To start off, 2000 Citroen C2 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 765 kg more than 2000 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C2, 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C2. 2000 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2000 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | V8 Vantage | C2 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 41 L |
