2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1970 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1038 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Mercury Monterey 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 1970 Mercury Monterey. 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, 1970 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1970 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C3 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3160 mm |
