2005 Citroen C2 vs. 1971 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2005 Citroen C2 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Marcos 2 Litres (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C2 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres.
Because 1971 Marcos 2 Litres 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 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C2, 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, 1971 Marcos 2 Litres (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C2. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C2 | 1971 Marcos 2 Litres | |
Make | Citroen | Marcos |
Model | C2 | 2 Litres |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2270 mm |