1991 Citroen C vs. 2007 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 168 kg more than 1991 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen C | 2007 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
