2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 90 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C1 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
