1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2010 Citroen C1
To start off, 2010 Citroen C1 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C1 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Because 1987 Ford RS 200 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 RS 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 2010 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | RS 200 | C1 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 35 L |
