2000 Citroen C2 vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2000 Citroen C2 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Commodore 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 1967 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C2, 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C2 | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C2 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
