1996 Mercury Mystique vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Mystique (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 442 kg more than 2011 Citroen C1. 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, 1996 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercury Mystique | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Mercury | Citroen |
| Model | Mystique | C1 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
