2003 Citroen C3 vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina 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 1970 Ford Cortina. 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C3 | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Cortina |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1292 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |