1985 Citroen C vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen C would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1985 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 731 kg more than 1985 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen C | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
