2002 Citroen C8 vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 963 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2002 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C8 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
