2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1995 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1995 Honda Prelude.
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, 1995 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1995 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
