1992 Ford Fiesta 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 Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 163 kg more than 1992 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1992 Ford Fiesta (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Fiesta | C3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
