2005 Citroen C1 vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 2005 Citroen C1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Avella weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C1 | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C1 | Avella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
