2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,988 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Nissan President (167 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan President weights approximately 394 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Nissan President 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 1965 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1965 Nissan President (323 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 1965 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1965 Nissan President | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | President |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 167 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
