2007 Citroen C1 vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2007 Citroen C1 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Citroen C1.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C1 | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C1 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
