2007 Citroen C1 vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2007 Citroen C1 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 200 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.
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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C1 | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | C1 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
