2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Land Rover 109 (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C3 | 109 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |