2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1975 Honda 145
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Honda 145 weights approximately 120 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.
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, 1975 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1975 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C1 | 145 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2260 mm |
