2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Skoda L weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1.
Because 1990 Skoda L 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 1990 Skoda L. 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, 2000 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1990 Skoda L | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | C1 | L |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
