2005 Citroen C1 vs. 2001 Honda Z
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 Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C1 (53 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Z weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Citroen C1.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C1 | 2001 Honda Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C1 | Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
