2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1958 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 860 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jaguar MK IX 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 Jaguar MK IX. 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, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1958 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C3 | MK IX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
