2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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 Opel Corsa (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
