2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C3 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 481 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 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 1979 Peugeot 505. 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3. 2001 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1979 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1979 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C3 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2910 mm |
