2006 Citroen C3 vs. 1986 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,954 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Accord (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Accord weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Citroen C3. 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, 1986 Honda Accord (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3. 2006 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1986 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1986 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 1986 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
