2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2000 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2000 Citroen C1 and 2000 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (72 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 211 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, 2000 Citroen C3 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 2000 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C1 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
