2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Accord weights approximately 130 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, 1981 Honda Accord (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1. 1981 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C1 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C1 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
