2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1975 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 445 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 1975 Ford Fairlane 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 1975 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1975 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2950 mm |
