2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 282 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3.
Because 1975 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 1975 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, 1975 Nissan Cedric (127 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2700 mm |
