2007 Citroen C2 vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (89 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 50 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, 2007 Citroen C2 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C2 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2560 mm |
