2008 Citroen C1 vs. 2003 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Citroen C1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 185 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, 2003 Honda Fit (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 2003 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C1 | Fit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
