2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 535 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Avanti Avanti 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 1978 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C3 | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Citroen | Avanti |
Model | C3 | Avanti |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 6568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |