2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1993 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 130 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, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1993 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
