2003 Citroen C2 vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C2 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
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, 1979 Honda Accord (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C2 | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C2 | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |