2002 Citroen C3 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 315 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C3 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
