2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 150 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.
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, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | C1 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
