1971 Honda 1300 vs. 2010 Citroen C1
To start off, 2010 Citroen C1 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,296 cc, 1971 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C1 weights approximately 577 kg more than 1971 Honda 1300.
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, 1971 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda 1300 | 2010 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | C1 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 996 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
