2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1971 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
