1998 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C1 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1998 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Toyota | Citroen |
Model | Corolla | C1 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |