2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 542 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
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, 1979 Honda Accord (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C1 | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C1 | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |