2003 Citroen C2 vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 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 46 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2. 1980 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 1980 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C2 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
