1975 Renault 12 vs. 2010 Citroen C1
To start off, 2010 Citroen C1 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 12 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2010 Citroen C1.
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, 1975 Renault 12 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 12 | 2010 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 12 | C1 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 35 L |
