2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
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, 1978 Honda Accord (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
