2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 315 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 1980 Toyota Celica 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 1980 Toyota Celica. 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, 1980 Toyota Celica (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C1 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
