2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C1 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. 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, 2000 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C1 | N III |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 41 L |
