2008 Citroen C1 vs. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2008 Citroen C1 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Marcos 2 Litres 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 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C1 | 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | |
Make | Citroen | Marcos |
Model | C1 | 2 Litres |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |