2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1978 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (88 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3.
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 Plymouth Horizon (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1978 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | C3 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
