2003 Citroen C3 vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Porsche 904 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 904 (155 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904.
Because 1964 Porsche 904 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Porsche 904. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Porsche 904 (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Porsche 904 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C3 | 904 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1628 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
