2004 Citroen C3 vs. 1980 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Fairlane (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 514 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ford Fairlane 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 1980 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1980 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 1980 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2950 mm |
