2002 Citroen C3 vs. 1990 Renault 19
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 19 (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 158 kg more than 1990 Renault 19.
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 Renault 19 (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (108 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 1990 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | 19 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
