2007 Citroen C1 vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 658 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.
Because 2009 Ferrari F430 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 2009 Ferrari F430. 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C1 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C1 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 3.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 95 L |
