2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Porsche 911 weights approximately 75 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C1 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
