2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden FB Special weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1.
Because 1963 Holden FB Special is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | C1 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
