2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1.
Because 1970 Peugeot 504 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 Peugeot 504. 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 Peugeot 504 (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C1 | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C1 | 504 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2110 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |