1988 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C1 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 1988 Nissan 300 ZX 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 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. 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, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan 300 ZX | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | 300 ZX | C1 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 1460 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
