2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1965 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1965 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Nissan Cedric 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 1965 Nissan Cedric. 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, 1965 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1965 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2540 mm |
