2001 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Citroen C1
To start off, 2010 Citroen C1 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 93 kg more than 2010 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Viper 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 2001 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C1, 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 2010 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Dodge | Citroen |
| Model | Viper | C1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
