2006 Citroen C4 vs. 1991 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. 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, 2006 Citroen C4 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 1991 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C4 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2300 mm |
