2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1985 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 492 kg more than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. 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, 1985 Plymouth Horizon (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1985 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | C1 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
