2002 Citroen C3 vs. 1965 Marcos 1800
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Because 1965 Marcos 1800 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 1965 Marcos 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 1965 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | C3 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
