2007 Citroen C1 vs. 1999 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2007 Citroen C1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 440 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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C1 | 1999 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C1 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
