2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,041 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1989 Volkswagen Polo (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1989 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C1 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1041 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
