2007 Citroen C1 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Citroen C1 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C1 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C1 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
