2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1970 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Gloria (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 290 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
