2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1974 Renault 17
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1974 Renault 17.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Renault 17 (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1974 Renault 17 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | 17 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
