2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 442 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.
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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.6 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
