2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1982 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1200 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 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1982 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C1 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2980 mm |
