2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1981 Citroen CX
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Citroen CX weights approximately 87 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, 1981 Citroen CX (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1981 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | CX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
