1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 452 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Avanti Avanti 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 1989 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Avanti | Citroen |
| Model | Avanti | C3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2470 mm |
