2008 Citroen C1 vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Citroen C1 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (72 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 345 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, 1992 Toyota Carina (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C1 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
