2001 AC Cobra vs. 2001 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2001 AC Cobra and 2001 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP) has 278 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 AC Cobra.
Because 2001 AC Cobra 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 2001 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Cobra | 2001 Citroen C3 | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Cobra | C3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |