2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 106 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 1996 Italdesign Nazca 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 1996 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1996 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Citroen | Italdesign |
| Model | C3 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
