2005 Citroen C1 vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2005 Citroen C1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Insight (67 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C1. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C1 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight.
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, 2005 Citroen C1 (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C1 | 2001 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C1 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
