2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1984 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Triumph Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Triumph Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Triumph Acclaim weights approximately 10 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, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1984 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C1 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 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 | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2330 mm |
