1979 Lada 1200 vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lada 1200 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Citroen C1.
Because 1979 Lada 1200 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 1979 Lada 1200. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200. 2011 Citroen C1 has automatic transmission and 1979 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1979 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lada 1200 | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Lada | Citroen |
| Model | 1200 | C1 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 35 L |
