2001 Citroen C2 vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 2001 Citroen C2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda NSX 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 1999 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2, 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, 1999 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C2 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
