2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Leopard (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 365 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.
Because 1981 Nissan Leopard 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 1981 Nissan Leopard. 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, 1981 Nissan Leopard (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C1 | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
