2005 Citroen C vs. 1970 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo P 1800 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 20 kg more than 1970 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1970 Volvo P 1800 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 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C, 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 Volvo P 1800 (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 1970 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
