2007 Citroen C1 vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 2007 Citroen C1 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 9000 weights approximately 484 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, 1986 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C1 | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | C1 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
