1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Festiva | C3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
