2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa

To start off, both 2000 Citroen C3 and 2000 Pininfarina Rossa were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (485 HP) has 413 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3.

Because 2000 Pininfarina Rossa 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 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. 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, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (570 Nm) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (118 Nm). This means 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Citroen C3 2000 Pininfarina Rossa
Make Citroen Pininfarina
Model C3 Rossa
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1360 cc 5472 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 72 HP 485 HP
Torque 118 Nm 570 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.8:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1140 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2510 mm


 

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