2007 Citroen C1 vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 4 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Fit weights approximately 343 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, 2011 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C1 | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C1 | Fit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
