2001 Citroen C vs. 2010 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2010 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 1045 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 431 kg more than 2001 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Zenvo ST1 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 2010 Zenvo ST1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C, 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, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1319 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C | 2010 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Zenvo |
| Model | C | ST1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3055 mm |
