1971 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Cortina weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 Citroen C1.
Because 1971 Ford Cortina 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 1971 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Cortina | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Cortina | C1 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
