2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1.
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 Talbot 1510 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C1 | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Citroen | Talbot |
Model | C1 | 1510 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |