2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 71 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, 1984 Toyota Corolla (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C1 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
