2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 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 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 40 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C1 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 15 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 | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
