1985 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Prelude | C3 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1126 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |