2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 11 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 357 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, 2011 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C1 | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C1 | Insight |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |