2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 145 (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 145 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 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, 1973 Honda 145 (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C1 | 145 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2260 mm |
