2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada 2123 (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 450 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 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Lada 2123 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C1 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
