2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1976 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1040 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 1976 Mercury Cougar 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 1976 Mercury Cougar. 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, 1976 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1976 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C3 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
