2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina 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 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Cortina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |