1977 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Citroen C1
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal.
Because 1977 Buick Regal 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 1977 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1977 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2009 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Regal | C1 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |