2007 Citroen C2 vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 4 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2. 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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | C2 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2213 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2530 mm |
