2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1999 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Corsa weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1.
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, 2000 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1999 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C1 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 44 L |
