2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Renault 5 (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
