1961 Ford Taunus vs. 2010 Citroen C1
To start off, 2010 Citroen C1 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Taunus weights approximately 160 kg more than 2010 Citroen C1.
Because 1961 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C1, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Ford Taunus (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Taunus | 2010 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Taunus | C1 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |
