1993 Nissan Presea vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Presea. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1993 Nissan Presea. 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Presea | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Presea | C3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
