2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1990 Volvo 460
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 460 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 460 weights approximately 175 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, 1990 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1990 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C1 | 460 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| 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 | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
