2003 Citroen C vs. 1988 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2003 Citroen C is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C weights approximately 156 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. 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, 1988 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C | 1988 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2300 mm |
