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 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 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 160 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.
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 | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |