2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Quintet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Quintet (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Quintet should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Honda Quintet (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Quintet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C3 | Quintet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |