2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1994 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C1 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1994 Donkervoort S8 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 1994 Donkervoort S8. 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, 1994 Donkervoort S8 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1994 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Donkervoort |
| Model | C1 | S8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
