2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1988 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Concerto weights approximately 5 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.
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, 1988 Honda Concerto (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1988 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
