1990 Skoda L vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Skoda L weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Citroen C1.
Because 1990 Skoda L 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 1990 Skoda L. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Skoda L | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Skoda | Citroen |
| Model | L | C1 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
