2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 124 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, 1988 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C1 | Samara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
