2005 Citroen C3 vs. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (72 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Citroen C3 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (37 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C3 | Fellow |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 465 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
