2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1.
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, 1983 Peugeot 205 (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C1 | 205 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
