2007 Citroen C1 vs. 1965 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Citroen C1 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Cortina weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Citroen C1.
Because 1965 Ford Cortina 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 1965 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C1 | 1965 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C1 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 40 L |
