2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1958 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1958 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Anglia 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 1958 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3, 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, 2000 Citroen C3 (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1958 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2220 mm |
