2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Taunus weights approximately 91 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1.
Because 1960 Ford Taunus 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 1960 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1960 Ford Taunus (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C1 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
