2008 Citroen C1 vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Citroen C1 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 90 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.
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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C1 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
