2004 Citroen C2 vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Citroen C2 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C2 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Honda Accord (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C2 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 900 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 | 61 L |
