2008 Citroen C1 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Citroen C1 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Clio weights approximately 200 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C1 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
