1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (89 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1990 Honda Concerto.
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, 2012 Citroen C3 (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Concerto | C3 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 112 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1158 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |