2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 1968 Ford Escort (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
