2007 Citroen C1 vs. 1968 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Citroen C1 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,815 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Laurel (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 214 kg more than 2007 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Nissan Laurel 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 1968 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1968 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C1 | 1968 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C1 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1815 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
