2008 Citroen C1 vs. 1989 Citroen CX
To start off, 2008 Citroen C1 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 425 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, 1989 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 1989 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C1 | CX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
