1999 Citroen C3 vs. 1995 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1999 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C3. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen C3 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1995 Nissan 100 NX.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C3. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C3 | 1995 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
