2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1970 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Rekord weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1.
Because 1970 Opel Rekord 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 1970 Opel Rekord. 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, 1970 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1970 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C1 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
