2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 690 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 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre 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 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. 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, 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C3 | 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | C3 | 3.5 Litre |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |