2008 Citroen C1 vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 2008 Citroen C1 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Nissan 211 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Citroen C1.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C1 | 211 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2230 mm |
