2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, both 2000 Citroen C1 and 2000 Ferrari 550 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 815 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.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 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 2000 Ferrari 550. 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 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C1 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | C1 | 550 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 5473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 597 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |