2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Tercel (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
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, 1982 Toyota Tercel (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C1 | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
