2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco

To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,461 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (220 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. 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, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (225 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C1 1970 Lamborghini Urraco
Make Citroen Lamborghini
Model C1 Urraco
Year Released 2009 1970
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 998 cc 2461 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 93 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 5600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73.7 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 53.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 157 km/hour 239 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 3440 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 80 L


 

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