2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
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 Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Skyline (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 210 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 Skyline 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 Skyline. 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 Skyline (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline 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 Skyline | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C1 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
