2005 Citroen C3 vs. 1971 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 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) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 356 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 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, 1971 Marcos 2 Litres (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1971 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 1971 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | C3 | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
