2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 85 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, 1989 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C1 | 21 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
