1987 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C1 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Because 1987 Ford Mustang 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 1987 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1987 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Mustang | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Mustang | C1 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |