2000 Citroen C2 vs. 1990 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2000 Citroen C2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2000 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ferrari 348 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ferrari 348. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ferrari 348 (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C2 | 1990 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C2 | 348 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 95 L |
