1999 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Citroen C1
To start off, 2010 Citroen C1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C1 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1999 Acura NSX.
Because 1999 Acura NSX 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 1999 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1999 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura NSX | 2010 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | NSX | C1 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 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 | 1464 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
