2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Stanza (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 136 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Nissan Stanza (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C1 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
