2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1965 Marcos 1800
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 208 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Because 1965 Marcos 1800 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 1965 Marcos 1800. 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, 1965 Marcos 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1965 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | C3 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 27 L |
