2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Prelude (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C3 | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C3 | Prelude |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |