1999 Hyundai Accent vs. 2009 Citroen C1
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Accent (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 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, 1999 Hyundai Accent (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Accent | 2009 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Citroen |
| Model | Accent | C1 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2350 mm |
